MFG PLANT SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

Kroger; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career development programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job summary

Kroger is seeking a supply chain leader in Layton, Utah to optimize production planning, procurement, and inventory control across the plant. You will drive efficiency by coordinating with merchandising, sales planning, and suppliers, while coaching teams and managing budgets to improve safety, quality, reliability, and cost.

Proficiency with PRISM and strong communication are essential. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, collaboration, and adherence to Kroger's food safety and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in logistics or related field (or equivalent).
• 4+ years of supply chain management experience in the food industry.
• Strong planning, organizational, and prioritizing skills.
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to foster collaborative working relationships.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex information and design workflows.

Responsibilities

• Stay current on improvements and technologies within planning and materials management.
• Supervise and coach direct reports; complete performance reviews.
• Network with Kroger material supply managers to share best practices.
• Partner with merchandizing and sales planning to optimize production and procurement.
• Master PRISM inventory control software and advocate its use for inventory accuracy.
• Manage ordering of ingredients, packaging materials and purchased goods.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Project leadership

Microsoft Office

Oral and written communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Data synthesis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in logistics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Facilitate the highest supply chain efficiency from supplier to store shelf, with lowest shelf delivered cost. Monitor and streamline procedures for production, purchasing, product configuration, warehousing, distribution and financial forecasting. Direct the movement, storage and processing of inventory with focus on most efficient levels for the entire Kroger supply chain. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Stay current on improvements and technologies within planning and materials management
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
• Network with Kroger material supply managers to incorporate best practices and lead innovative synergies
• Partner with merchandizing and sales planning to optimize production and procurement activity for customer requirements
• Master PRISM inventory control software and advocate its use for inventory accuracy
• Manage ordering of all ingredients, packaging materials and all purchased finished goods to satisfy production requirements
• Manage production scheduling process to optimize customer service, working capital and reliability
• Develop processes/procedures to foster continuous improvement and accountability between departments within team and with external suppliers
• Help establish and manage finished goods and raw material budgets
• Coordinate production for all new products introduced
• Manage inventory and supply of out-sourced finished good items from vendors sold by the plant
• Provide commodity, ingredient, and packaging buyers with timely projections on requested items
• Provide Marketing with information on slow-moving items and work to eliminate product going out of date
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF Systems
• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
• Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor's Degree logistics or related field or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of supply chain management experience in the food industry
• Strong planning, organizational, and prioritizing skills
• Proficient Microsoft office skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to foster collaborative working relationships
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skill
• Ability to synthesize complex information, identify data relationships and dependencies, and design workflows and procedures

Desired

• 6+ years of related experience in the food industry dealing with supply chain management (pay level 9)
• Understanding of integrated planning systems; Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) (pay level 10)
• Strong background in food processing and packaging (pay level 10)

Job Info

• Job Identification 231398
• Job Category Manufacturing
• Posting Date 09/28/2026, 06:34 PM
• Locations 500 Sugar St, Layton, UT, 84041, US (On-site)

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you.